Cork man Chris Mintern turned his attention to triathlon at the age of 14 after developing a love for the sport following a number of appearances at a local triathlon.

Mintern was then spotted at a Talent ID Day having shown great promise thanks to his swimming background with Sunday’s Well Swimming Club and running pedigree with Leevale AC.

Following a successful 2013 season in the junior ranks where he claimed the silver medal at the Athlone Junior European Cup and the Intervarsity National Championship crown, Mintern has made the step up to the senior ranks.

Chris is a TI brand ambassador for Vodafone and is sponsored by The Edge Sports.